Boy oh boy! We're talking about our first times on this episode. No...not THOSE first times. Trust us...we were waaaaaaaaay past our "firsts" by the time we got to our Thru-Hikes. We're talking about some of the "firsts" you might not think of: - First time weather changed your plans - First time you camped by yourself - First time you called home - First half gallon of ice cream - And many more We also talk about how AWESOME our listeners are! You tip! You always say thank you to people who run stores, restaurants, hostels, motels, and more.....right? Of course you do! Check us out on Appalachian Trials. Write a 5-Star Review on itunes or Stitcher...go ahead and subscribe to our podcast while you're there. Big thanks to Mr. Rogers and Night Court!

We've all gotta cross them sometime in our life, but knowing when and HOW to cross them can be difficult.If you're tuning in to our podcast hoping you can find some advice....you're in the wrong place, pal.

This episode we talk about things that can go wrong when you're around water in the backcountry.

Have you ever caught yourself doing the 'ol "sniff check" to see if that's you stinking up the place?

If you're a hiker, chances are...it IS you. But don't worry, this week we tell you some of our stinkiest stories, along with some of your stories of being Funkdafied! We take some phone calls...and it's the return of the #DivaCup!Our big guest announcement is made at the end of this episdoe! Our next show is going to be the backcountry equivalent of the Potpouri category in Jeopardy, so leave us a message with your favorite trail stories at 828-394-4526 !

This week Pox & Puss discuss: The stuff in your packHave you ever carried a piece of gear that was teetering on the edge of "unusable"?Have you carried something in your pack that served no practical purpose? Did it have sentimental value?Have you ever carried something that you didn't know was in your pack? A rock....or a canned ham?

We have a conversation with 2014 Northbounder, Zachsquatch. He tells us about an interesting time he had on trail with a sword-wielding Russian, he describes the average day in the life of an iPhone on the Appalachian Trail, and he has a close encounter with a horse.

ATTENTION! Thru-Hikers past and present!Be sure to visit the Thru-Hiker Registry at http://www.appalachiantrials.com/thru-hiker-registry/ This makes it much easier to keep in touch with your Trail Friends once you've re-entered "The Real World" and you start using your "Real Names".

Next Episode:We've received a few voicemails about snakes...so let's talk about your Snake Stories!Please leave us a voicemail by calling 828-394-4526Thank you so much for all of your calls, they really help the show!